We build a lot of cool things on The Ben Heck Show for element14, so if you’ve got an original idea you’d like us to try, check out that community and drop us a line there.

Custom Modding / Design Work

Besides what we build on the show, I am always open to new projects. from companies and individuals. Due to limited time, I typically go for larger projects such as promotional items for technology companies.

If you’d like to talk with me about getting something done, here are some cost breakdowns which will give you an idea of what goes into an average custom project.

Project design / assembly rate: $125 US / hour.

Machine time for 3D printing / milling / laser: $60 US / hour.

Parts and materials are extra.

The typical procedure for a custom project is:

Client submits project idea.

I come up with an estimate / rough design.

Client makes down payment of 50% of the labor + 100% parts and materials. (This can vary depending on your milestones)

Project is built within desired timeframe,

Client pays remaining %50 of labor + shipping, project is shipped.

If overages occur I’ll inform you of them for approval.

All work is warranted against DOA. If problems arise in the future, contact me regarding repairs at a nominal cost. I am glad to sign any NDA your company might require and can submit W-9 forms upon request.

Please email me to discuss any ideas you might have. Thanks and I look forward to the new challenges!

Below are some additional Ben Heck products that are available:

Access Controller

You can now buy the Access Controller from eDimensional! It works on the PS2 / Ps3 and has interchangeable modules that allow you to configure the layout to what best suits you. It’s also wireless, so you can easily put it anywhere.

Available now! You can own the first mass-produced, non-book Benheck product. I personally use these when pwning noobs on Battlefield Bad Company 2. They feel great and sound ever better! Or maybe it’s the other way around. Either way you’re covered.

Would you like to build your own portable game systems, or learn the general hacking skills required to make your own mods? Well, you’re in luck because I’ve written a book called Hacking Videogame Consoles and it contains complete, step-by-step instructions on how to make portable versions of the following systems:

Atari 2600

Nintendo 8-bit

Super Nintendo 16-bit

Playstation 1

It’s available in bookstores or can be ordered online from Amazon. Makes a great gift for a tinkering videogame fan! To learn more about the book, or for information, support, links and files if you’re already building one of the projects from it, click here.